victorians
n. plural-only C1 Advanced US //vɪkˈtɔɹiənz// vic·to·ri·ans
n. people who lived in the United Kingdom during the time of Queen Victoria, from 1837 to 1901. They are often known for their strict social rules and interest in science.
n. the people of the United Kingdom during the reign of Queen Victoria, spanning from 1837 to 1901. Often used to refer to the social, cultural, and industrial characteristics of that era.
The Victorians were very interested in exploring the world.
Many of the grand buildings in London were constructed by the Victorians during the height of the British Empire.
Historians often study the Victorians to understand the transition from an agrarian society to a modern industrial one, noting the tension between rapid technological progress and rigid social hierarchies.